By Dan Walsh Famous Enniscorthy castle and other town landmarks that are illuminated by public lighting will be going GREEN for a unique St. Patrick’s Day experience on March 17th. This was one of the many positive ideas pondered at the February meeting of Enniscorthy Municipal District Council held by Microsoft Teams today. Cllr JohnContinue reading “Enniscorthy Castle is going GREEN”
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Giving visitors a different view!
By Dan Walsh Good work done in the main streets of Wexford’s four district towns is being undone by empty units with large ‘for sale or rent’ signs over them according to Cllr John Hegarty who brought a motion before last Monday’s Microsoft Teams monthly meeting of Wexford County Council that “will require that vacantContinue reading “Giving visitors a different view!”
Wexford scallop fisheries in danger
By Dan Walsh Speaking in the Dáil this week Deputy Johnny Mythen asked An Tánaiste, Leo Varadkar TD, to intervene in a serious situation concerning the scallop fishers in County Wexford, but An Tánaiste disappointed when he indicated that no legislation is promised on the matter. Deputy Mythen said; “There are seven such boats inContinue reading “Wexford scallop fisheries in danger”
Rosslare ferry service relocated to Dublin
By Dan Walsh There is a setback for ferry sailings between Rosslare Europort and Fishguard Harbour in Wales with the announcement that the MV Stena Europe, which usually runs between Fishguard and Rosslare is being relocated to the Holyhead – Dublin route to cover for another ship undergoing repair and will last for up toContinue reading “Rosslare ferry service relocated to Dublin”
4,000 sheep killed every year
By Dan Walsh Lambing season occurs during January and February and results in around 400 incidents per annum with three to four thousand sheep being killed. Gardaí are appealing to all dog owners to ensure their dogs are kept under control as Gardaí have received reports of livestock being attacked by dogs. These incidents includeContinue reading “4,000 sheep killed every year”
Arrest following Piercestown burglary
A man was arrested by Gardaí in Rosslare this morning following a burglary at a business premises in Piercestown the previous night. The man was subsequently charged and brought before the Wexford District Court this afternoon. Items of property stolen were recovered. If you notice anything suspicious in your area, please contact your local GardaContinue reading “Arrest following Piercestown burglary”
Enniscorthy secures County Vaccination Centre
By Dan Walsh The renowned Riverside Park Hotel and Leisure Club beside the River Slaney at Enniscorthy is confirmed as the Vaccination Centre for County Wexford. Local Minister James Browne said that an agreement has been reached between the Riverside Hotel and the HSE to provide the County Wexford Vaccination Centre in Enniscorthy and thisContinue reading “Enniscorthy secures County Vaccination Centre”
Wexford plans when the snow comes!
By Dan Walsh Wexford County Council is in contact with the National Directorate for Fire and Emergency Management (NDFEM) Crisis Management Team, and Carolyn Godkin, Director of Services, told Monday’s meeting of Wexford County Council about plans to review the weather forecast for the coming days, including the potential impact of snow, and to provideContinue reading “Wexford plans when the snow comes!”
Litter problem is getting worse
By Dan Walsh While walking the roads of North Wexford Cllr Joe Sullivan noticed that the litter problem is getting worse, and consequently, he brought a motion before Monday’s February meeting of Wexford County Council held with Microsoft Teams due to Covid-19 regulations which suggested that the Council “make recycling services free of charge atContinue reading “Litter problem is getting worse”
Gorey mourns loss of Nicky Stafford
By Dan Walsh Naomh Éanna GAA Club in Gorey is leading the tributes to its Chairman, Nicky Stafford, Clonattin, Gorey, who passed away suddenly and is inviting people to light a candle of remembrance tonight (Monday) at 9pm. In a statement posted on social media the club said; “We have lost a pillar of ourContinue reading “Gorey mourns loss of Nicky Stafford”
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